If you prioritize a higher quality display for activities like photo editing, the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14, with its OLED screen and better color coverage, is a superior option, though it is typically more expensive than the Dell. However, for everyday tasks like browsing and document editing, the Dell Inspiron 15 3520 offers a great value as a budget-friendly choice. The Vivobook has a more powerful processor suitable for more intensive tasks, but if portability is key, the Inspiron, despite being slightly heavier, may be more practical due to its sturdier build quality and longer battery life. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Very good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Very good portability
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Advantages of the Dell Inspiron 15 3520
The Dell Inspiron 15 3520 has no clear advantages over the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14.
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.0/10
6.3/10
5.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 is good for engineering and design, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3520 is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Screen Quality
8.4/10
6.8/10
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
385.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
259.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 has a better screen than the Dell Inspiron 15 3520 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 offers a display with higher resolution and brightness, which enhances the clarity and visibility for general tasks and detailed work in engineering and design, while also providing wide color coverage essential for professional color work. In contrast, the Dell Inspiron 15 3520 has a display that meets the basic needs for general and engineering use with acceptable sharpness and suitable brightness, but with less impressive color representation. However, for Gaming and 3D, both laptops' screens fall short as they lack high refresh rates that would provide smoother visuals and more responsive gameplay, although their resolutions and panel types are adequate for a less demanding visual experience.
Battery
8.0 Hours
6.5 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 has 8 hours of battery life. The Dell Inspiron 15 3520 has 6.5 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 has very good portability, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3520 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4/10
6.2/10
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 has good build quality, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3520 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$548
$335
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 has a price of $548 and the Dell Inspiron 15 3520 costs $335.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 to be good for general use, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3520 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 offers better screen quality with its OLED display, a more powerful CPU, and longer battery life, making it favorable for those needing clearer visuals and more processing power, but the Dell Inspiron 15 3520, despite having a lower-grade screen and weaker processor, stands out in portability with a slightly larger form factor but still maintaining a decent battery life, offering a balance for more casual use.
Gaming and AI
6.1/10
6.0/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 and Dell Inspiron 15 3520 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Content Creation
7.3/10
7.0/10
5.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 and Dell Inspiron 15 3520 are both good for content creation.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.2/10
6.7/10
5.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 to be good for software development, while the Dell Inspiron 15 3520 is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
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How the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 and the Dell Inspiron 15 3520 compare to other laptops
"The Asus Vivobook Pro 14 OLED is a Pantone Validated laptop that packs a lot of processing power. The Asus VivoBook Pro 14 OLED's highlight is its outstanding display: Featuring a 3K resolution in the 16:10 format and nearly a 100% coverage of the Display P3 color space, the display hardly leaves anything to be desired. The Asus laptop also shows impeccable rates in terms of general system performance. Combined with long battery life, low noise emissions, and relatively good speakers, the laptop can be recommended to users who can accept compromises in terms of connectivity."
"Dell's Inspiron 15 (3525) is a peppy-enough and affordable-enough home or remote work machine, but it's not very ambitious; it does little to go beyond the basics. More the concern: It’s readily overshadowed by a number of machines that outperform and outclass it. Even if the Inspiron can get the job done today, its competition has the mettle to keep doing the job tomorrow in a way the Inspiron simply can’t promise. Plus, those alternatives are much more enjoyable after work."
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About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
About Dell
Dell is a highly recognizable American technology company, and is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. Their laptops are very popular for both personal and professional use, and they also own the Alienware brand which makes mid to high end gaming laptops. Their premium XPS range of laptops offer great build quality and portability, while Latitude and Precision laptops are known for reliability, repairability and performance for business users.
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